Canary Islands Blue Butterfly vs Argent and Sable Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Canary Islands Blue Butterfly | Argent and Sable Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyclyrius webbianus | Rheumaptera hastata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 22-28 mm wingspan | 28-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Canary Islands | Northern Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Near Threatened |
Canary Islands Blue Butterfly
A small endemic blue butterfly found on the Canary Islands. Males have bright violet-blue upperwings and females are browner.
Did You Know?
It is the only representative of its genus and is entirely restricted to the Canary archipelago.
Argent and Sable Moth
A strikingly patterned black and white day-flying moth. Found on moorland and in birch woodland. Has declined severely in southern parts of its range. Named from heraldic terms.
Did You Know?
Named using heraldic terms: 'argent' for silver/white and 'sable' for black, describing its bold pattern.